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4 hours
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✨Discover Seoul's Cultural Wonders & Authentic Korean Experience with Hanbok✨
This tour enhances the experience for tourists by offering not just a typical visit to Gyeongbokgung Palace, but also providing special insights into the Joseon Dynasty and Korean history. Through expertly guided walks and carefully curated exhibits, visitors gain a deeper understanding of Korea's rich heritage, adding significant value to their cultural exploration.
Please note that this tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness due to the considerable amount of walking involved.
** One day before the tour date, we will send you detailed information including the guide’s contact via WhatsApp.
Please make sure to provide a phone number that is available on WhatsApp.
If you do not use WhatsApp, the information will be sent by email, so please check your inbox carefully.
Please note that communication with the guide may be more difficult without WhatsApp.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guide contact details will be sent at least 10 hours before the tour via platform message or email. Please check them before the meeting.
This tour operates as scheduled even in case of rain or snow. We will only contact you separately if the weather makes it completely impossible to proceed.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hanbok is a Korean word that refers to traditional Korean clothing. Hanbok is one of the most beautiful fashion styles in the world and has been beloved for over 2,000 years. You may have seen the hanbok in your favorite Korean drama, or your favorite K-Pop star wearing hanbok and wondered: what are they wearing? What kind of fashion style is hanbok? This is your chance to try it out!
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Wearing a beautiful and luxurious hanbok, you enter Gyeongbokgung Palace as a person of the Joseon Dynasty. Become the main character of a K-drama and take photos that will be memories for a lifetime! A historical guide will explain the history of 'Gyeongbokgung Palace' and take a tour around it. Watch Korea's magnificent Gyeongbokgung Palace Changing of the Guard Ceremony! Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is commonly referred to as the Northern Palace because its location is furthest north when compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeonghuigung (Western Palace). Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all five palaces.
What‘s Included
Premium Hanbok rental experience ( optional )
All entrance fees
bottled water.
Professional English speaking guide
Local Snacks: Refreshing Break - Enjoy local snacks suited for the day's rest
Private transportation
Makeup service
Options
No Hanbok
Get Notice: Even for those who did not choose Hanbok, we all meet at the Hanbok rental shop.
With Hanbok
Hanbok rental service
Reviews
131 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour with Landy
GoPlaces48427207577,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful tour with Landy as the tour guide. Her English is excellent and she even understood our Scottish accent. Ha ha. She was a lot of fun and we would highly recommend her tours. We smiled and laughed throughout whilst learning the historic aspects of Korea.
Mr. Wany is the best guide!
Meander01723709370,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mr. Wany is very helpful! He loves taking a lot of pictures with everyone and really wants everyone to have a great experience. Overall very very very good guide!
Half day tour experience with Wanny
Raluca E,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really liked the tour with Wanny today! He was very well informed , funny and took lots of pictures of us ❤️
Amazing
Sherpa21870075728,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had such a great time and learnt a lot about Korean history. Pearl did such a great job. She even helped take photos and the looked amazing. Thanks Pearl!
A must when you are exploring Seoul.
M5716DYthomasd,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The history and importance as well as the beauty of Seoul together with the knowledge and enthousiasm of our guide Wany made this an unforgetable experience.
100% must do
arieah2024,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour guide Wany was very knowledgeable and a fantastic photographer. I learned so much and had an amazing time. I highly recommend renting a hanbok. Would 100% book again.
A must-do in Seoul
793pauletter,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a really great experience on this tour. Everything was well organized and very enjoyable. What I liked the most was that Seon-hee, our guide, took photos for us, which made the experience even more special. Highly recommended!
Highlight of Seoul
730zarifaa,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wany was amazing, had the best experience of hanbok palace.
Hanboks are fun!
V3692JDkristenp,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a really excellent tour! The hanbok experience was really fun! Our guide Stella was knowledgeable, friendly, and answered all of our groups questions about Korean history and culture. I also really enjoyed the pace of this tour. It’s quite a bit of walking but there’s time for breaks.
Great value and very informative
Elukens,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very comprehensive tour and great value. The costume rental included handbag (very helpful!) and headband, we did additionally rent parasols. Our tour guide, Stella, spoke well and had many good facts. She did an excellent job keeping us on time so we could experience everything! The included drink was excellent and very welcome on our 80F sunny day.
From US$57.00
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